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Jeep Grand Cherokee WK (2005-2010) reliability

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Jeep Grand Cherokee WK built around 2006: about average at the MOT

Jeep Grand Cherokee WKs built around 2006 fail their MOT a little less often than similar cars the same age. An independent inspection matters more than the wider numbers on cars this old.

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Key figure

26% of MOT tests on Jeep Grand Cherokee WKs built around 2006 ended in a fail (retests included), against 30% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Jeep Grand Cherokee WKs built around 2006 involves the suspension.

No reliability rating: not enough tests to rate2005-2010SUVDIESEL / PETROL

Based on 1,520 tests of Grand Cherokee models registered 2005-2010.

About 1 in 9 Grand Cherokee WK MOTs (11.3%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2006 (19 years old), all fuels combined.

Based on 617 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 9.1% and 14.1%. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.

About 1 in 15 Grand Cherokee WK MOTs (6.2%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2006 (19 years old).

Based on 617 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 4.5% and 8.3%. Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.

WK fail rate by age

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateUK average for cars this age
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
11430.7%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
19727.4%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
34726.5%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
61726.4%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
24529.0%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 16 years old.

How the Grand Cherokee WK compares

At each age below, see how the Grand Cherokee WK holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.

Based on 1,394 tests across 3 Jeep models, built around 2006 (19 years old).

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateJeep average
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
11430.7%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
19727.4%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
34726.5%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
61726.4%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
24529.0%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.

What to check before viewing

The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.

Brake discs

High priority

Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.

Leaks

Worth checking

Inspect the leaks carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Suspension springs

Worth checking

Check ride height is even side-to-side and look for cracked or rusted coils.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

Other SUVs to compare

Other SUVs, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Grand Cherokee WK.

  1. 1

    Porsche Cayenne

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    21.7%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    7.7%
    Dangerous
    4.9%
    Still registered at 10 years
    84.8%

    Lower fail rate: 21.7%, against 26.4% for the Jeep Grand Cherokee WK, both built around 2006.

    1,231 MOT tests on cars built around 2006

  2. 2

    Lexus RX

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    26.4%

    No clear edge over the Jeep Grand Cherokee WK on these figures.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.

    1,442 MOT tests on cars built around 2006

  3. 3

    Mitsubishi Shogun Sport

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    31.5%

    No clear edge over the Jeep Grand Cherokee WK on these figures.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.

    1,077 MOT tests on cars built around 2006

  4. 4

    Toyota Land Cruiser

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    27.2%

    No clear edge over the Jeep Grand Cherokee WK on these figures.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.

    1,020 MOT tests on cars built around 2006

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

How many are still registered

90%of all Jeep Grand Cherokee cars first registered in 2014 to 2015 were still registered 10 years later. This is the whole model, not only this generation.

UK average for cars first registered in 2014 to 2015: 92% · About typical

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics (VEH0124).

Recall context

38 recalls in all

10 of the 38 Grand Cherokee WK recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 3 Critical
  • 7 more

Top concerns

  • Fire may occur
  • Risk of fire
  • Front seat heating elements may overheat

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

How Grand Cherokee WK cars have aged

How Grand Cherokee WK cars have aged

How fail rates have changed as these cars got older. Each line follows cars first registered in about the same year across several years of MOT data. Not a prediction for any one car.

0%10%20%30%1214161820Age at MOTBuilt around 2009, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 25.7% (74 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2009, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 31.6% (76 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2009, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 28.0% (50 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2009, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 30.9% (55 tests, 2024 data)2009Built around 2008, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 27.8% (227 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2008, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 22.3% (188 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2008, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 26.5% (185 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2008, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 29.9% (177 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2008, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 28.5% (130 tests, 2025 data)2008Built around 2007, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 30.2% (245 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2007, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 25.5% (196 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2007, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 29.8% (151 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2007, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 26.8% (123 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2007, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 31.6% (98 tests, 2025 data)2007Built around 2006, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 28.3% (858 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2006, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 27.4% (705 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2006, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 28.2% (557 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2006, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 29.1% (461 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2006, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 27.2% (356 tests, 2025 data)2006Built around 2005, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 26.5% (506 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2005, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 27.4% (438 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2005, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 24.2% (331 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2005, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 25.9% (282 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2005, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 29.0% (245 tests, 2025 data)2005
First registered around 2009First registered around 2008First registered around 2007First registered around 2006
All generations of this modelNot much data

Most common issues on Jeep Grand Cherokees of this age

This list covers every Jeep Grand Cherokee built around 2006, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the WK on its own.

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much

    27.7%
    Advisory: 280Fail: 46 (14% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Oil leak, but not excessive

    26.3%
    Advisory: 181Fail: 6 (3% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    13.6%
    Advisory: 118Fail: 9 (7% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Brake pads wearing thin

    12.2%
    Advisory: 74Fail: 12 (14% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Minor

    One of the number plate lights not working

    11.7%
    Advisory: 0Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)

Based on 617 tests

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Frequently asked questions

Built around 2006 (19 years old), the Jeep Grand Cherokee WK (2005-2010) fails MOTs noticeably less often than typical for this age. This is based on 617 19-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

*The build year is worked out from the date a car was first used on UK roads. For most cars this matches when it was registered, but imports may differ by a few months.

Data sourced from DVSA MOT History API. From 1,520 MOT tests on Jeep Grand Cherokees first registered between 2005-2010. These figures are a guide, not a guarantee.